1. Preparing a Viable Workforce: The K-12 Perspective DORCHESTER SCHOOL DISTRICT TWO SUPERINTENDENT MR. JOSEPH R. PYE

2. MISSION Dorchester School District Two leading the way, every student, every day through relationships, rigor and relevance.

3. VISION Dorchester School District Two desires to be recognized as a “World Class” school district, expecting each student to achieve at his/her optimum level in all areas, and providing all members of our district family with an environment that permits them to do their personal best.

4. COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS INITIATIVE GOALS  Dorchester School District Two is committed to every graduate having:  a high school diploma;  a set of viable college entrance exam scores;  a portable work-based certificate;  an acceptance letter to the military, 2 or 4 year college;  and a desire to use their talents in service of the community.

5. IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF THE DIPLOMA Employment of expectations that exceed the state's definition of On-Grade Level for elementary students, specifically 3 rd grade. Development of a middle school course schedule that embeds daily opportunities for individualized instruction. Utilization of research-driven solutions to raise the quality and intensity of high school courses. Annual evaluation of intervention and enrichment programs in every school through team visits.

6. WHY QUALITY CORE?  Students - academically confident and prepared for college or the workplace.  Teachers- armed with resources, tools, and training to reach ALL students  Principals- assured classroom teaching is effective, targeted, and customized to meet needs of students.  District Leaders- certain that there is consistency in regards to quality and intensity of instruction in all schools

8. WORK-BASED OPPORTUNITIES AND CREDENTIALS WORKING TOGETHER TO PROVIDE A VIABLE WORKFORCE IN DORCHESTER COUNTY: 95% of Dorchester Two’s Seniors Earn National Career Readiness Certificate via WorkKeys Monday, May 5, 2014

9. WORK-BASED OPPORTUNITIES AND CREDENTIALS  Local partnerships have provided great resources and opportunities for students to gain work experience and accrue course credit.  METRO CHAMBER – EDGE ACADEMIES  READY SC  ECPI  Berkeley Charleston Dorchester Council Of Governments

10. SCHOOL-BASED OPPORTUNITIES - ARHS  Bi omedical Science and Engineering  Culinary Arts and Hospitality  Horticulture  Business, Finance and Marketing  Architectural Engineering  Small Engine Repair  Computer Science, Networking and Maintenance  Sports Medicine

11. SCHOOL-BASED OPPORTUNITIES - FDHS  Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Baking  Business, Finance and Marketing  Architectural and Aerospace Engineering  Computer Science, Networking and Maintenance  Industrial Manufacturing  Sports Medicine  Biomedical Science  Health Science – Certified Nursing Assistant

12. SCHOOL-BASED OPPORTUNITIES - SHS  Biomedical Science  Culinary Arts and Hospitality  Business, Finance and Marketing  Architectural and Aerospace Engineering  Computer Science, Networking and Maintenance  Industrial and Aircraft Manufacturing  HVAC  Media Technology  Sports Medicine

13. COMING SOON!  Academy of Industrial and Aircraft Manufacturing  IFA Rotarian  BOSCH  BOEING  Greater Summerville Chamber of Commerce

14. POST-SECONDARY CONNECTIONS  Review and revision of accountability measures for high school counselors regarding college and career readiness plans for all seniors.  Analysis and monitoring of student achievement, drop- out rate and attendance to determine and deliver intervention strategies.  Exploration of venues for two-way dialogue between the school district and post-secondary institutions. Mission alignment is critical component of our future success.

16. MISSION Dorchester School District Two leading the way, every student, every day through relationships, rigor and relevance.